Natural Star Nani has completely transformed his screen persona for his most ambitious project yet – The Paradise, an epic action drama from Dasara director Srikanth Odela. Produced on a grand scale by Sudhakar Cherukuri under the SLV Cinemas banner, the film is being touted as a pan-world actioner with unmatched vision and scale.
The makers have unveiled the first look of Nani, and it has sent fans and social media into a frenzy. Breaking away from his usual charming image, Nani is seen sporting a thick moustache, rugged beard, and two distinctive braids that give life to his intense character — ‘JADAL’.
The poster itself sets a powerful tone: behind Nani looms a giant circular wheel made of knives and bullets, symbolizing danger and rebellion. Adding to the dark mood are ominous crows flying amidst a smoky backdrop, each visual detail layered with symbolism. The makers accompany the look with a striking tagline: “It started as a braid. It ended as a revolution.”
After the much-talked-about ‘Raw Statement’ glimpse, every update from The Paradise has heightened anticipation. This latest reveal has pushed the hype to a whole new level, with Srikanth Odela once again praised for his vision and attention to detail.
Marking their second collaboration after Dasara, Srikanth presents Nani in a way audiences have never imagined before. Set against the backdrop of Hyderabad and Secunderabad in a historical period, The Paradise promises to be a gritty, high-voltage period action drama.
The film also features Raghav Juyal in a pivotal role, with music composed by the sensational Anirudh Ravichander. Ch Sai handles the cinematography, while Naveen Nooli manages editing and Avinash Kolla oversees production design.
The Paradise is set for a global theatrical release on March 26, 2026, in eight languages – Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, English, and Spanish – positioning itself as a landmark release aiming to take Indian cinema onto the global stage.
With its intense first look, international appeal, and a star like Nani in a never-before-seen wild avatar, The Paradise is shaping up to be an unmissable cinematic event in 2026.
